Florida Missing Child alert issued for 9-year-old autistic boy

LIVE OAK, Fla. — A Florida Missing Child Alert is issued for a 9-year-old autistic boy who was reported missing early Wednesday morning.

The Live Oak Police Department begun the search for Leo Walker, who was last seen at his parents' home on Duval Street around 4 a.m. He is described as 4 feet 7 inches tall.

Walker was last seen wearing blue shorts and T-shirt, and did not have shoes. Officers do not know if Walker is in need of any special medication or the severity of his autism.

This is an ongoing investigation.  Anyone who has seen Walker is asked to call Live Oak Police Department at 386-330-3501 or 911.

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